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$519+ Cheap flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Indianapolis (IND)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IND
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Indianapolis (IND). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$838
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$519
(United Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,683
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2211:55 amMEL - IND
2 stops25h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/173:40 pmIND - MEL
2 stops25h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$838
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2211:55 amMEL - IND
1 stop20h 55mQantas Airways
Mon 11/175:11 pmIND - MEL
1 stop24h 19mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/10$1,024
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/229:35 amMEL - IND
3 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/174:43 pmIND - MEL
2 stops24h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$1,793
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2210:20 pmMEL - IND
3 stops54h 02mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/174:30 pmIND - MEL
3 stops36h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/10$2,310

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MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

11:55 am-10:18 pm

2 stops25h 23m

Indianapolis

Mon 11/17

3:40 pm-9:30 am

2 stops25h 50m

$838

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

11:55 am-5:50 pm

1 stop20h 55m

Indianapolis

Mon 11/17

5:11 pm-9:30 am

1 stop24h 19m

$1,024

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

10:00 am-9:05 pm

3 stops26h 05m

Indianapolis

Mon 11/17

4:43 pm-9:30 am

2 stops24h 47m

$1,793

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 10/22

10:20 pm-1:22 pm

3 stops54h 02m

Indianapolis

Mon 11/17

4:30 pm-9:00 pm

3 stops36h 30m

$2,310

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Thu 1/15

11:30 am-10:15 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$519

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Thu 1/15

1:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$648

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 1/14

12:35 am-5:30 pm

2 stops32h 55m

$1,779

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis (average of $286). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis?

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Indianapolis. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Indianapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Indianapolis from Melbourne?

    For a flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis, you will be flying into Indianapolis. Indianapolis (IND) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Indianapolis is the only Indianapolis airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day. 1 airline has flights to Indianapolis from Melbourne on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis?

    There are many flights that can get you from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis in 20h 55m. Fly via United Airlines or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis is about 9706 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis round-trip from $1,163. United Airlines is priced at 17% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Indianapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis (average of $286). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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